Author Archives: Debi Walter

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About Debi Walter

Tom and Debi have been sharing encouragements through their blogs for many years. Marriage, Reading God's Word and documenting family history is our focus. Growing in our relationship with the Lord is primary in all we say, write or do. We are grateful for all who desire to join us in the same endeavors.

Vintage Post – Emoceans

Posted on March 30, 2020 by Debi Walter

(Originally posted April 8, 2017) We’ve had a front row seat to the magnificent ocean off the coast of Mexico all week long. It has been a soothing rhythm providing peace to our souls.  I was praying and God reminded … Continue reading →

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Happy Hour – Five Friday Favorites

Posted on March 27, 2020 by Debi Walter

We  haven’t shared a Happy Hour post in a long time. We thought since we’re all home now, we could use some encouragement for our marriages. Here is what many of our dear friends from the Christian Marriage Bloggers Association … Continue reading →

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Living History – What Will Be Remembered?

Posted on March 26, 2020 by Debi Walter

I know we are all in the midst of biggest crisis we’ve ever faced in my lifetime–and I’m 60. It is unprecedented, which adds to the temptation to be anxious. In times like this it is good to pause and … Continue reading →

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Patiently Waiting And Watching

Posted on March 24, 2020 by Debi Walter

Spring. It’s the time when I brave my rose hedge (thorns) to prune it to half it’s size. It is always difficult to start because they look healthy, but they’re not. They need to be cut back to grow healthier … Continue reading →

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Will You Pray With Us?

Posted on March 22, 2020 by Debi Walter

Today is Sunday. The day most of us are used to a very different routine–getting up and ready to go to our local church to fellowship with friends, worship God and hear the preached Word. But today most of us … Continue reading →

Posted in Biblical Encouragement, Christian Marriage, In Sickness, Keeping It Real, Music, Prayer, Seasons of Life, Worship | Tagged , , , , | 5 Comments

10 Ways To Avoid Cabin Fever

Posted on March 13, 2020 by Debi Walter

Cabin fever is the term used for those who can’t leave their house. In our current crisis brought on by COVID-19, we must be smart and prepare. However, that doesn’t mean we have to forego pursuing our spouse. In fact, … Continue reading →

Posted in Boredom, Christian Marriage, Creative Dates, D.R.A.B., Date Night Ideas, Romance in Marriage | Tagged , , , | 6 Comments

Do You Believe The Truth Or Lies In Your Marriage?

Posted on March 10, 2020 by Debi Walter

I was praying about this post not sure exactly what needed to be said. That’s when the above rhyme came to me. I had to read it, write it, think about it and then I realized the truth in its … Continue reading →

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Today’s Moments Make Tomorrow’s Memories

Posted on March 6, 2020 by Debi Walter

It happens every Spring. Sitting outside for dinner on our back porch I hear the crickets chirping their greeting to us. It immediately reminds me of going to my grandmother’s home when I was a child. They lived on 12 … Continue reading →

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Do You Practice This In Your Marriage?

Posted on February 24, 2020 by Debi Walter

My word for this year is Contentment. Imagine my excitement when I discovered, The Contentment Journal, by Rachel Cruze. It’s a 90 day devotional where she gives prompts everyday to help you discover how you’re doing in three areas: Gratefulness … Continue reading →

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And Our Winner Is…

Posted on February 22, 2020 by Debi Walter

Congratulations go to Adam. You did an outstanding job romancing your valentine! We love making this holiday special and never want to take for granted the blessing it is to have someone with whom to share it. This is why … Continue reading →

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Vintage Post – Stirring The Embersi

Posted on February 20, 2020 by Debi Walter

(Originally posted on June 22, 2009) Flirting can be a sinful way for singles to draw attention to themselves with the opposite sex.  We are warned repeatedly in scripture not to practice such things! However, if you’re married – have … Continue reading →

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Now Is The Time

Posted on February 17, 2020 by Debi Walter

Valentine’s Day has passed, so the time has come to share what you did to enter our Romance Your Valentine Contest. First I must confess that this year was difficult. You see our anniversary is 10 days after Valentine’s Day, … Continue reading →

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The Valentine’s Day Attitude Of A Healthy Marriage

Posted on February 14, 2020 by Debi Walter

Today is Valentine’s Day. Rather than talk about the romance of it all, Gary Thomas shares how to adjust our attitude so we’re not disappointed when our spouse doesn’t do or say something we were hoping they would. He calls … Continue reading →

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Decluttering Discovery

Posted on February 3, 2020 by Debi Walter

As we’ve mentioned we are decluttering our house. Every closet, every drawer, every cabinet is being organized and it feels amazing. If clutter were measured in pounds I think we’ve lost at least 100 pounds. Yes! I must tell you, … Continue reading →

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Physical Intimacy – Let No One Put Asunder

Posted on January 30, 2020 by Debi Walter

We recently shared a video on our Facebook page that stirred an interesting conversation. We wanted to continue it here. First, click over to our Facebook page and scroll down to the video titled, If Your Relationship Has Changed.  While … Continue reading →

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To Do Or Not Do, That’s The Question

Posted on January 27, 2020 by Debi Walter

This Saturday is February 1st. It’s hard to believe we are already one month in to the New Year. And we are fast approaching one of my favorite holidays–Valentine’s Day. I love this day because our tradition is for me … Continue reading →

Posted in Cherishing, Contests, Holidays, romancing your spouse, Romancing Your Valentine 2020, Romantic Ideas, Valentine's Day | Tagged , , | 5 Comments

Five Friday Favorites – Savory Soup Recipes From Our Kitchen To Yours

Posted on January 24, 2020 by Debi Walter

Tom and I enjoy cooking. We are often in the kitchen making something for us both to enjoy. We also love having friends over with whom to share our culinary creations. It’s a fun hobby. As we’ve shared before, we … Continue reading →

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Twisted Words

Posted on January 23, 2020 by Debi Walter

Have you ever said something to your spouse and the reaction they gave was unexpected? You realize that they didn’t hear what you said in the way you meant them too. A miscommunication is hanging in the air and you … Continue reading →

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Do You Connect In This Way?

Posted on January 20, 2020 by Debi Walter

How well do you understand what your spouse does at their job day in and day out? Today is Monday, the start of another work week. Your spouse most likely spends the majority of the work week doing their job … Continue reading →

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Physical Intimacy – Do You Dare?

Posted on January 16, 2020 by Debi Walter

In all our years of mentoring marriages we’ve discovered personally how difficult it is for most couples to talk about sexual intimacy. This complicates an already tender topic in many ways. Imagine you’ve taken a new job, an entry-level position … Continue reading →

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